Meath teenager Cillian O’Connor to bid for place in Britain’s Got Talent final

During his audition, O’Connor talked about his autism diagnosis, describing it as an ability, rather than a disability

Pictured: Cillian O’Connor who is through to the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent. Picture: (C) Thames 

Meath magician Cillian O’Connor is set to appear in the semi-final of Britain’s Got Talent on Friday night as the teenager fights for his place in the competition’s final.

The 13-year-old has already wowed the judges Amanda Holden, Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli with his magic routine during the auditions round of the talent show.